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Russian director Pavel Talankin's Oscar statuette for documentary 'Mr Nobody Against Putin' has been found after it went missing from the flight which was bound from JFK airport in New York to Frankfurt, Germany, told the Lufthansa Airlines spokesperson

Tamil film 'Mustafa Mustafa,' starring Sathish and Suresh Ravi, has landed on Amazon Prime Video after its theatrical run. Directed by Praveen Saravanan, the comedy-drama centers on a TV anchor's pre-wedding crisis involving a compromising video. Friends rally to manage the escalating chaos, promising a fun, albeit predictable, entertainer.

Telegram's CEO has accused WhatsApp of a "consumer fraud" regarding its encryption, claiming most messages are unencrypted in cloud backups. While WhatsApp's in-transit encryption is robust, backups to Apple and Google servers are vulnerable unless users manually enable password protection. This issue highlights a significant gap in message security, despite the app's core encryption working as intended.

Elon Musk and Telegram's CEO have publicly questioned WhatsApp's end-to-end encryption, citing a new lawsuit alleging Meta secretly accessed user messages. WhatsApp vehemently denies these claims, asserting their decade-old encryption protects chats. The lawsuit, filed by international plaintiffs, accuses Meta of defrauding users by maintaining 'backdoor' access to private communications.

Nitin Gupta, an IIT-JEE topper, diverged from a typical engineering path to explore the brain's mechanics. Now an Associate Professor at IIT Kanpur, he integrates neuroscience and computation to understand how sensory signals, like smell, translate into behaviour, with implications for both fundamental brain science and public health.

Apple has reportedly removed several VPN and proxy client apps from its Russian App Store, including Streisand and v2RayTun. This action follows Russia's intensified crackdown on Telegram and comes as the country criminalizes bypassing internet restrictions. Telegram CEO Pavel Durov condemned Apple's compliance with Russian censorship demands.

Veteran actor Nimai Ghosh was deeply moved during a screening of Pavel Paul's short film, Only Silence Remains. His portrayal of a lonely, aging man resonated profoundly, bringing him to tears as it mirrored his own life.

Traditionally, India has sourced most of its crude from the Middle East, particularly Iraq, Saudi Arabia and the UAE, owing to geographical proximity, established contracts and reliable shipping routes.

Apart from crude oil disruptions, the supply of LPG and LNG have also been hit. India imports a big portion of its LPG and LNG needs and has been looking to step up procurement from alternative sources.

The Iran war's fourth week sees a stark divergence between rising physical oil prices and futures, driven by the Strait of Hormuz closure and infrastructure attacks. Refiners face steep premiums, while trucking, shipping, and airline industries grapple with escalating fuel costs, impacting consumers and the broader economy.

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has sparked debate by claiming Dubai is statistically safer than Europe, despite regional tensions. He sarcastically noted missing "free fireworks from Iran" while in Europe, citing higher crime rates there. The UAE confirmed casualties from recent missile and drone attacks, leading to diplomatic action.

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov sparked debate by stating Dubai is statistically safer than Europe, even amidst regional missile threats. Elon Musk echoed this sentiment, endorsing the UAE's governance. This exchange occurs as Iran retaliates against US-Israeli strikes following the killing of its Supreme Leader, escalating regional tensions and impacting global markets.

'Mr Nobody Against Putin' has grabbed the Best Documentary Award at the BAFTA 2026. It was written and directed by David Borenstein.

The Montreal Canadiens are seriously evaluating a trade for Robert Thomas ahead of the March 6 deadline. With Thomas under contract long term and producing at a top-line level, interest across the league is strong. Montreal remains cautious but engaged, even as the Blues reportedly seek a steep return. The coming days will determine whether the Canadiens push their chips in to strengthen their core for a deeper playoff run.

When Telegram CEO Pavel Durov was arrested in France on Saturday evening, he was not alone. A 24-year-old woman, who identified herself as a crypto coach and a streamer from Dubai, was with him. Speculations are rife that Juli Vavilova, who could be Pavel's girlfriend, actually played a role in his arrest by strategically disclosing Pavel's location on her social media feed.

The report of Abhinav Bindra-led Rio Games shooting review committee had concluded that pistol coach Smirnov Pavel lacked expertise in the precision events.

Former Nato general Petr Pavel was on Thursday sworn in as president of the Czech Republic and stressed the importance of unity in supporting war-torn Ukraine. "Central Europe's single voice will be important if we are to help Ukraine prevail," he said at the ceremony at Prague Castle, vowing to lift his country's reputation abroad "to a new level".

Telegram's founder, Pavel Durov, was detained in France due to concerns over the app's moderation. The Russian embassy demanded consular access and criticised France's communication. Durov, known for creating VKontakte and Telegram, has a net worth of $15.5 billion. He has faced various legal challenges, especially in relation to user privacy and government compliance.

Pavel Durov, Telegram's founder and Dubai's richest man, recently revealed he is unmarried and prefers solitude. Despite this, he disclosed having over 100 biological children from sperm donations made 15 years ago. He plans to open-source his DNA to help his offspring connect, proud of his contribution to alleviating sperm shortages.

Pavel is already working as a scriptwriter in Mumbai and now he is set to direct a Hindi film. So far, he is tight-lipped about the project just saying that it has a stellar cast.

Pavel Durov, the visionary behind VKontakte and Telegram, is celebrated for transforming digital communication. However, his recent detention in France on August 24 over alleged criminal activities tied to Telegram has cast a shadow over his achievements. Now released but facing possible indictment, this synopsis also traces Durov's educational background and career in technology.

Pavel Bure, 'The Russian Rocket,' achieved legendary status in hockey with his speed and scoring, earning an estimated $70 million net worth by 2025. His career spanned the NHL and international play, including multiple Rocket Richard Trophies and Olympic medals. Post-retirement, Bure leveraged his success into business ventures and endorsements, securing long-term financial stability.

The Rayagada police allowed cremation of the bodies of Pavel and his co-traveller Bydanov Vladimir, who died under mysterious circumstances in their hotel on December 22 and 24, after receiving power of attorney from their respective family members. Death of Pavel, who was a rich lawmaker, triggered suspicion of a hit-job as many of Putin critics were allegedly killed in similar fashion in different countries in the past.

Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, recently claimed to have fathered over 100 children through sperm donation. This revelation came as he faced legal troubles after being detained by French authorities. Known for his contribution to digital privacy, Durov's arrest and personal disclosures have added intrigue to his controversial figure in the tech world.

Conor McGregor praised Telegram founder Pavel Durov in a January 2026 post, calling him a “legend” and a close friend. The message came just weeks after McGregor criticized Khabib Nurmagomedov over a Telegram-linked digital sale. Durov has trained with Khabib before, making McGregor’s new support a surprising turn in their long-running rivalry.

Pavel, who has made films like ‘Babar Naam Gandhiji’ and ‘Rosogolla’ and currently waiting for the release of his next ‘Asur’ starring Jeet, Abir Chatterjee and Nusrat Jahan has now forayed into Bollywood.

After his debut film ‘Babar Naam Gandhiji’ in 2015, director Pavel is all set to continue his streak with his second venture. The film reportedly stars Bollywood actor Vinay Pathak.